Job Summary: Under the direction of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Nurse Midwife, the Medical Assistant performs patient care services and assists the physician and other medical staff with patient visits and procedures in a medical office or clinic setting. In addition, the MA may be required to perform front desk duties, which may include telephone work, patient scheduling and ordering of supplies. If applicable, the Medical Assistant may perform phlebotomy responsibilities as well, including the collection and processing of specimens such as blood, urine, pap smears, and cultures.

Education/Experience Requirements:

•High School graduate or GED equivalent required

•Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required OR active current certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA / CCMA)

•Six months previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

•MA must maintain current CPR certification and TB certification

•Basic understanding of medical documentation and terms; ability to spell accurately; able to accurately record information

Community Healthcare System is dedicated to the principle of equal employment opportunity in every aspect of the employment relationship including, hiring, termination, recruitment, training, promotion and corrective action. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable work environment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, handicap and disability. A person’s status as defined by these criteria is protected by law and discrimination based upon or related to any of these criteria is strictly prohibited.